Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
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Caring and compassionate.
An excellent surgeon
I’ve been a patient of Dr Moore for years
With no complaints!
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
Dr. Moore was great. He told me everything he was doing during the surgery. I truly appreciate it. If I had to do it again, I would pick Dr. Moore.
(5 days ago)
Oct-2026
Excellent physician. Caring, spends time, not rushed in and out of the exam room.
(6 days ago)
Oct-2026
Very through and professional
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Moore is very friendly and informative. I have seen others regarding my wrist problems and left very frustrated. He is doing further testing as well to make sure nothing else is wrong. Others just gave a cortisone injection and sent me on my way.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Personable and professional.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Staff was great, I was seen in a very timely manner and Dr. Moore was great. He took his time in answering all my questions. If I need surgery later I will definetly see him again.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
I’ve been going to Dr. Moore for a number of years now. Very professional and listens to what you have to say.!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Beside being the absolute best surgeon he is kind, caring and he looks at you when he talks to you.I am Blessed to have him as my Doctor.He is truly God's hands extended. Thank you Dr. Moore
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Moore is great. He listens and explains things simply so you can understand. He’s a special doctor and specialist.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Coastal Region: Wilmington - Ashton - Orthopedics
2716 Ashton Drive Wilmington, NC 28412
Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
Dr. Moore then completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. While a resident, he was coauthor of a scientific paper that was awarded the Charles S. Neer award for excellence in research on the shoulder and elbow. He was elected as a chief administrative resident and was awarded the DeForest Willard award for outstanding performance by the faculty and residents.
After completing his residency, Dr. Moore returned to North Carolina where he completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity & microvascular surgery at Duke University. He subsequently completed a traveling preceptorship in pelvic & acetabular trauma in Los Angeles prior to returning to Durham as a Duke Faculty member. He was Director of the Orthopedic Trauma Service and a member of the hand and microvascular team for replantation and reconstruction. He was awarded the Frank H. Bassett teaching award by the resident staff.
Dr. Moore has remained active in educational endeavors and has lectured nationally and internationally. He has been a visiting professor at the UNC School of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and has been the Invited International Speaker at the Taiwan Society for Surgery of the Hand meeting. He has also spoken in Japan, South Korea, Portugal, Greece and Sweden.
Dr. Moore is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the Orthopedic Trauma Association and was recently elected into the American Orthopedic Association. He is a Past President of the NC Society for Surgery of the Hand and the Duke Hand Club. Dr. Moore has been named a Best Doctor by his peers since 2003.
Dr. Moore focuses on complex problems of the upper extremity including the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. He has extensive experience with primary and revision total and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, elbow arthroplasty and reconstruction of the wrist and hand. He also has extensive experience in Microvascular reconstruction including free vascularized fibular grafting and peripheral nerve.
Dr. Richard Moore is a native of eastern North Carolina–born in Morehead City and raised in Jacksonville.
Education Undergraduate Degree: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Fellowship: Duke University, Durham, NC Fellowship Trained in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery
Caring and compassionate. An excellent surgeon I’ve been a patient of Dr Moore for years With no complaints!
Dr. Moore was great. He told me everything he was doing during the surgery. I truly appreciate it. If I had to do it again, I would pick Dr. Moore.
Excellent physician. Caring, spends time, not rushed in and out of the exam room.
Very through and professional
Dr. Moore is very friendly and informative. I have seen others regarding my wrist problems and left very frustrated. He is doing further testing as well to make sure nothing else is wrong. Others just gave a cortisone injection and sent me on my way.
Personable and professional.
Staff was great, I was seen in a very timely manner and Dr. Moore was great. He took his time in answering all my questions. If I need surgery later I will definetly see him again.
I’ve been going to Dr. Moore for a number of years now. Very professional and listens to what you have to say.!
Beside being the absolute best surgeon he is kind, caring and he looks at you when he talks to you.I am Blessed to have him as my Doctor.He is truly God's hands extended. Thank you Dr. Moore
Dr Moore is great. He listens and explains things simply so you can understand. He’s a special doctor and specialist.